50 things to throw out today!
Friday, 14 January 2022
Hey readers,
January means a time to do some cleaning so what better way to feel fresh and new than to sort out some clutter that you no longer need. Below I have 50 things that you can declutter and throw out straight away. This will help immensely with having more space and less rubbish.
50 things to declutter and throw out now.
1. Puzzles with missing pieces.
2. Old nail polish that is all dried up.
3. Earring without a match.
4. Old socks.
5. Broken toys.
6. Old glasses (you can donate them at your local options).
7. Take out menus.
8. Worn out shoes.
9. Old make-up.
10. Old newspapers and magazines.
11. Empty bottles.
12. Old perfume.
13. Old razors.
14. Clothes that don't fit.
15. Old underwear.
16. Broken hangers.
17. Old shopping bags.
18. Rubbish from your handbags.
19. Old spices.
20. Junk mail.
21. Old cords.
22. Expired coupons.
23. Old calenders.
24. Old receipts.
25. Cardboard boxes.
26. Open bottles.
27. Old condiment sachets.
28. DVDs.
29. Old medicines.
30. Old towels.
31. Lidless containers.
32. Extra cleaning rags.
33. Old phone covers or screen protectors.
34. Old paint.
35. Plastic cutlery.
36. Jewelry you don't wear.
37. Expired food.
38. Stretched out hair ties.
39. Little shampoos that you got from a hotel 5 years ago.
40. Kids' old art projects.
41. Kids' clothes that are too small.
42. Travel mugs that leak.
43. Expired sunscreen.
44. Plug-in air freshers without a refill.
45. Old batteries (can take them to the supermarket as they ask for them).
46. Goody bag toys from an old birthday celebration.
47. Hair products you don't use.
48. Phonebooks.
49. Borken Christmas lights.
50. Catalogs.
Have I missed anything on the list of items to declutter today? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section.
Cheers for reading X
kids activities to do while stuck or driving.
Monday, 10 January 2022
Hey readers,
Do you dread the prospect of traveling long distances with kids in the car? Then you need to read this post. I have some cracking activities your kids can do in the car to keep them entertaining and stop them from asking are nearly there yet.
1. I spy.
Starting off with a classic game of I spy. It is a really straightforward game where the person asks I spy with my little eye something beginning with a letter. Then the other people taking part have to guess that something with that letter they can see with their eye. Once the person guessed correctly it is then their turn to say the phase I spy...
2. Name that song.
A fun game is for one person in the car to hum a tune whilst all the other people have to try and guess the name of the song.
3. Car bingo.
For this game, you will need a pen and print the bingo sheets beforehand but it will be worth it as it is lots of fun. Below is an example of car bingo (there are many free printable ones, just type into google car bingo UK printables).
As you can see reach square has something you will come across journey so hold on to paper and circle of every item on the sheet. The person who circles all the boxes and shouts out bingo is the winner.
I got the above bingo sheet from Startrescue which is free to use and print if you're looking for a good resource check that one out.
4. I went to the shops and bought...
.
Someone starts off with the first person saying I went to the shop and bought and they have to think of something beginning with A (e.g. apple).
The next person continues by saying the previous item (apple) and then something beginning with B (e.g. banana). This then continues with each person having a go and working through the alphabet, adding one more item to the end of the list each time.
5. 20 questions.
Designate one player (the thinker) to think of a person, animal, or thing familiar to all the players.
The other players (guessers) take turns asking yes-or-no questions to help them guess the person, animal, or thing.
The thinker must keep track of the number of questions asked. If you like, distribute twenty counters (pennies, beans, or paper clips) evenly among the guessers.
As each guesser asks a question, she gives a counter to the thinker. When the guessers run out of counters, the game is over.
Any guesser may try to guess the person, animal, or thing on her turn. If she's right, she's the thinker for the next game. If she's wrong, the guess counts as one question, and the game continues until someone guesses right or until twenty questions have been asked.
If no one guesses right within twenty questions, the thinker reveals the person, animal, or thing and starts a new game by thinking of a different person, animal, or thing.
Are there any good car games that I have missed out that you enjoy? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.
Cheers for reading X
Salted caramel truffles recipe.
Friday, 7 January 2022
Hey readers,
Truffles are fairly straightforward to make so why not have a go with my recipe below and enjoy :)
* 70g of milk chocolate buttons.
* 20g of salted butter caramel pieces.
* 8g of chocolate powder.
* 40ml of double cream.
How to make the chocolate truffles.
1. Put the chocolate buttons into a bowl.
2. Measure the cream into a jug and boil it in the microwave (this will take approximately 40 seconds). Alternatively, you can boil the cream in a pan on the hob.
3. Pour the cream over the chocolate and allow it to stand for 3 minutes.
4. Using the spatula, combine the chocolate and cream until you reach a smooth texture. Then add the caramel pieces and combine these fully into the ganache.
5. Put it into the fridge to set for approximately 2 hours. You'll know when it's set when the ganache is firm enough to roll into a ball into your hands.
Rolling the truffles.
The ganache will typically make 11 truffles using a teaspoon. Make sure you have clean, dry hands before rolling the truffles.
6. Put the chocolate powder on a plate ready to roll the truffles.
7. Take a teaspoon of the ganache and in the palm of your hands, roll it into a ball.
8. Roll the truffle in the chocolate powder coasting fully and plate it on the plate. Repeat for the remaining ganache.
Once made.
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge and consume them within 3 days. Enjoy at room temperature.
Cheers for reading X
100 outdoor things to do with kids
Monday, 3 January 2022
Hey readers,
Sometimes I can find it hard to think of ideas on how to entertain children especially outside. So if you're looking for inspiration then look no further as below I have a whopping 100 children's activities. The activities vary and different seasons depending but it is always good to plan now and again.
1. Roll down a big hill.
2. Camp outdoors.
3. Skim a stone.
4. Build a den.
5. Create some wild art.
6. Go paddling.
7. Watch a sunrise.
8. Explore a cave.
9. Discover what is in a pond.
10. Catch a crab.
11. Fly a kite.
12. Make a campfire.
13. Toast marshmallows.
14. Pooh sticks.
15. Make a leaf collage.
16. Play conkers.
17. Collect shells.
18. Go sledding.
19. Swing on a rope swing.
20. Make a daisy chain.
21. Plant a tree.
22. Run a mile.
23. Climb a tree.
24. Go fruit picking.
25. Count 60 when hola hooping.
26. ride a bike.
27. Blow some bubbles.
28. Play frisbee.
29. Play duck, duck, goose.
30. Make a birdfeeder.
31. Feed a horse.
32. Visit a farm.
33. Have a picnic in your garden.
34. Go bug spotting.
35. Enjoy a nature walk.
36. Create an obstacle course in your garden.
37. Enjoy some tie-dying outside.
38. Paint some rocks and put them in the park for others to spot.
39. Create a nature diary.
40. Make up some potions.
41. Do some bird spotting.
42. Find a shady tree and read.
43. Make a floral crown.
44. Learn cartwheels.
45. Have a water fight.
46. Build a fort.
47. Dance in the rain.
48. Imitate a bird's call.
48. Blow dandelions into the wind.
49. Dig up worms.
50. Sleep under the stars.
51. Explore a skate park.
52. Jump in a pile of leaves.
53. Build a snowman.
54. Make a walkie-talkie out of two tins and some string.
55. Go fishing.
56. Find a walking stick.
57. Catch snowflakes on your tongue.
58. Make a crayon leaf rubbing.
59. Whittle a stick.
60. Collect 6 different types of rock.
61. Rollerskate.
62. Draw a hopscotch board on the floor.
63. Eat homemade ice lollies.
64. Sing as loud as you can.
65. Water the plants.
66. Run through a sprinkler.
67. Pick flowers.
68. Walk barefoot on the grass.
69. Make nature confetti.
70. Ice-skating.
71. Snow paint.
72. Christmas light walk.
73. Go caroling.
74. Construct a mud pit.
75. Jump in muddy puddles.
76. Photograph flowers.
77. Go on a scavenge hunt.
78. Paint fairy houses.
79. Stargaze.
80. Go for a swim.
81. Kick a ball.
82. Create twig frames.
83. Battle with shaving foam.
84. Float a paper boat down a stream.
85. Use a compass.
86. Yoga outdoors.
87. Listen to a waterfall.
88. Nerf gun wars.
89. Geocaching.
90. Pokemon Go.
91. Fly a drone.
92. Go ape.
93. Orienteering.
94. Hide and seek.
95. Plant a vegetable garden.
96. Go to the beach.
97. Build a sandcastle.
98. Jump over waves.
99. Press flowers.
100. Pick up rubbish.
Have I missed any good activities that you think are perfect to do with children outdoors? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.
Cheers for reading X
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